Mississippi Development Guide 2021

Despite tourism slow down, Coastal Mississippi continues to draw a crowd.

SEVEN REASONS LIFE IS BETTER IN MISSISSIPPI

Proximity to the giant FedEx air cargo facility in Memphis, Tennessee, makes northern Mississippi a winning location for warehouse and distribution facilities.

Investments Build Out Mississippi’s Agricultural Infrastructure

Projects and other statistical breakdowns for Mississippi.

Mississippi’s strong healthcare industry draws national leaders to locate in Southaven.

Mars Food North America is transforming. Mississippi is the place the company has chosen to transform in the process.

Mississippi plastics knowledge and innovation cover the spectrum.

How Mississippi keeps churning out new sawmills.

New investments power Mississippi’s solar evolution.

3 large electric utility companies cater to the needs of growing businesses.

Nearly 200 auto suppliers in Mississippi employ about 26,000.

Mississippi punches well above its weight in its ability to deliver skilled workers to the many advanced manufacturers doing business in the state.

Aerospace and shipbuilding lead in Coastal Mississippi.

Centrally located among Jackson, Gulfport-Biloxi, New Orleans and Mobile, Hattiesburg’s nickname of “Hub City” makes a lot of sense.

Drop your finger in the middle of a map of the Southeast U.S., and you’ll point to Jackson, Mississippi.

Mississippi’s Northwest region is a powerhouse for the logistics and distribution industry on the Mississippi River.

Mississippi’s shipbuilding industry is best-in-class.

Rocket fuel innovator Adranos and life sciences leader Skylar Laboratories are among the companies discovering the state’s R&D potential and results.

Mississippi’s aerospace industry goes full throttle.

Newly appointed as Mississippi’s first executive director of the Office of Workforce Development, Ryan Miller is making sure the state continues to provide a pipeline of talent to Mississippi employers.

MDA’s new leader shares his perspective on the state’s pro-business climate after an unusual year. 

Armored truck firm partners with MSU to access top-notch talent.

Business growth in Mississippi accelerates post-pandemic.

Mississippi’s governor successfully navigates challenging first year and builds momentum for the state’s future.